His Airness turns 50 on Monday. So it’s only appropriate that the celebration begins during NBA All-Star weekend in Houston. Michael Jordan’s birthday soireé was held at the Museum of Fine Arts with an evening that consisted of a a private dinner for 100, a concert for 200 additional guests featuring R Kelly and of course the night ended on the dance floor. Who was on the scene? Kobe and Vanessa Bryant, Carmelo Anthony and Lala, Beyonce and Jay Z, Chris and Adrienne Bosh, Chris Paul, Blake Griffin, Russell Westbrook, Nas, singer Miguel and more. Take a look at some photos. Drake was in the building as well. Word has is it that Kobe and Vanessa left soon after Drake popped on the scene. The future of Brand Jordan Beyonce was in the building! photos via Instagram

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